Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust interviews
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust interviewsHow the interview runs
- Application formApplicants complete an online form and are asked to show the Trust values with examples.
- ShortlistingThe hiring manager reviews applications after the vacancy closes and the recruitment team sends the outcome.
- InterviewShortlisted candidates are invited to interview and told of any preparation such as a presentation; AI is not allowed during interviews unless agreed as a reasonable adjustment.
Source: guysandstthomas.nhs.uk
What they assess: values
“Throughout your application, give examples of how you have demonstrated these values in your work or life.”
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation TrustRecruitment guidance for applicants
Show the value with an example
Choose one placement example that shows what you did, and match it to the criterion.
Example“Caring for patients requires honesty, integrity and professionalism, and we look for these qualities throughout the recruitment process.”
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation TrustRecruitment guidance for applicants
What they assess: communication
“I listen with compassion and empathy, helping others to feel supported.”
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation TrustTrust behaviours framework
Check what the listener understood
Explain a plan in plain words and ask the listener to say it back.
ExampleWhat they assess: speaking up
“I speak up about any risks to the safety or experience of patients or colleagues.”
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation TrustTrust behaviours framework
What they assess: reflection
“I reflect on my actions and behaviours, taking responsibility for the impact I have on others.”
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation TrustTrust behaviours framework
Say what you would do differently
Describe one thing you would change and the feedback you would ask for.
ExampleHow the process runs
“We'll send you all the information you need, including the date, time and any preparation required, such as a presentation.”
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation TrustRecruitment guidance for applicants
Know the format before the day
Prepare one example you can adapt to a values question, a scenario and a panel.
ExampleWhat they say about AI
“AI should support your application, not replace it.”
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation TrustRecruitment guidance for applicants
Write and answer in your own words
Draft an example yourself, then check it says what you did.
Example“We do not accept applications that have been generated entirely by AI and submitted without meaningful input from the candidate.”
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation TrustRecruitment guidance for applicants
“The use of AI during interviews and assessments is not permitted unless it has been agreed in advance as a reasonable adjustment.”
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation TrustRecruitment guidance for applicants
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